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What Is Ukrainian Borscht and How to Cook It

29 April 2009

What is Ukrainian borscht? On the one hand, borscht is a Ukrainian national soup, but on the other hand it is not a soup at all. There are zillions kinds of soup, but BORSCHT is the only one. What is that special about Ukrainian borscht?

Some Secrets of Cooking Risotto

25 April 2009

Risotto is perhaps the most enduring culinary tradition from Italy after pasta. Some purists insist that risotto is make "to order" and that your guests need to be ready to have the dish delivered the instant it is finished. Actually it can be stopped just short of finishing and refrigerated, then reheated when ready to serve.

Choose The Right Type of Ice for Your Cocktail

10 April 2009

Just about every cocktail that is cold contains ice or is created in a shaker using ice. While you might think that the type of ice you use doesn't matter, it can actually make or break your drink. When used in a shaker or left in the glass to melt into a cocktail, it becomes an integral part of the cocktail whether you are aware of it or not.

A Strata for Breakfast at Easter Morning

10 April 2009

Nothing could be simpler or more satisfying than a strata - layers of egg, bread, cheese, and whatever else you fancy. It's a cruel fate for someone who is not a morning person to be a lover of morning food. Most important for sleep-lovers, a strata is entirely assembled in advance so it can rest overnight in the fridge.

Techniques of Layering Drinks

10 April 2009

Nothing makes a drink look more attractive and temptingly delicious than when you layer it. Layering drinks is combining combinations of liqueurs which blend together create fresh and vibrant colors or stay seperated to make colurful designs. Layering drinks is like a bartender's artwork on his beverage canvas and it all comes together with the use of creativity and science.

What should You Know about Juicing

10 April 2009

Many drink recipes call for fruit juice. While some might find that adding bottled or canned fruit juice works just fine, others swear that using fresh fruit juice makes all the difference between an ok drink and one that is outstanding. You probably think that juicing fruits is a bit of a hassle. And, sure, it does take a little more time that opening a bottle or popping the top of a can. But, once you get the hang of it, you'll realize that it isn't as hard as you thought, and that the benefits are amazing.

Recipes for Easter Breakfast

09 April 2009

Eggs and Easter are synonymous these days, so there is our starting point. It is mushroom season, so we'll add those to the mix. If it is barbecue weather, small spicy sausages will smell and taste good, especially if served with raw oysters and a glug of peppery sauce. Caramelised onions, too, are always good with sausages and can be prepared ahead. Should it be more of a brunch, a platter of crepes is a sweet touch, or cut to the chase and bring out the Easter eggs.

Cooking for a Woman Is a Guaranteed Way to Impress Her

09 April 2009

Not every man can cook well. Not every man has a desire to cook well, and not every man has to. But what every man does need to realize is that cooking for a woman from time to time is a guaranteed way to impress her. This is why it is important that every man be able to competently cook a few simple meals.

12 Power Foods Help a Man to Increase Lean Muscle Mass and Avoid Storing Fat

09 April 2009

There are 12 power foods that make up a large part of your diet. The more of these foods you eat, the better your body will be able to increase lean muscle mass and avoid storing fat. These products are: nuts, beans, green vegetables, dairy products, oatmeal, eggs, lean meats, peanut butter, olive oil, cereals, extra-protein powder, berries.

Decorating Easter Eggs can be Fun for All Ages and Makes a Great Family Project

06 April 2009

Eggs were decorated, blessed, exchanged and eaten as part of the rites of spring long before Christian times. Early civilizations held springtime festivals to welcome the sun's rising from its long winter sleep. The Germans began the tradition of emptying egg shells, painting them and decorating with bits of lace, cloth or ribbon so they could be hung on small trees.

For Vegetarians: What Products Can Be Alternative for Animal-Based Food

03 April 2009

Dr. Peter H. Gott: meat isn't necessary to healthy diet.

According to the Mayo Clinic (www.MayoClinic.com), there are four major groups of vegetarians. The most strict is the vegan diet, which does not contain any animal-based food, preferring plant-based foods only.

Some Tips about Sweet Potatoes

02 April 2009

Sweet potatoes are very delicious, so people use them in cooking. "Amukeke" (sun dried slices of storage roots) and "Inginyo" (sun dried crushed storage roots) are a staple food for people in north-eastern Uganda (Abidin, 2004).

How to Cook Green Beans Properly

02 April 2009

Green beans are available year round, with a peak season of May to October. Green beans are also called string beans and snap beans. Green beans were once called string beans. Today they are stringless; just break off the end as you wash them. Leave whole or cut into desired lengths.

Cooking for Your Girlfriend. What Will Make the Best Impression

26 March 2009

You've probably heard that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. What you may not know is that women like to eat too, and cooking for your girlfriend is a great way to show your appreciation for her. If you're reading this article, you probably haven't cooked for your girlfriend before, or if you have, it didn't turn out as well as you hoped, or you are just concerned with doing things to make your girlfriend happy. Don't worry, though; with a little planning and work, anybody can pull off a thoughtful, home-cooked dinner. Follow these tips and you'll be cooking up romance in no time.

5 Most Common Dinner Disasters. What should You Do

24 March 2009

The guests are assembled, the wine and the conversation is flowing, and you are about to present an unforgettable meal - when disaster strikes! Your sauce turns lumpy, your cake sinks in the middle, and it looks as if your carefully planned evening is going to be a flop. But don't despair. There are quick fixes for almost any dinner disaster and here are five of the most common:

How to Have a Pic. and not to Get Sick

24 March 2009

There is nothing more American than the picnic. Picnics can take on many forms, such as the community picnic, friends and neighbors, tailgate parties, or ball games. There is also one sure thing at every picnic-lots of good food. The important point is to have safe and healthy food, not food that can cause food borne illness. Always prepare and store food properly.

How to Use Wine in Cooking

19 March 2009

Cooking with wine can be a pleasure and an enhancement to good food and a fine meal! When wine is heated, the alcoholic content as well as sulfites disappears, leaving only the essence imparting a subtle flavor. But wine does not belong in every dish. This article will help you to cook the most delicious dishes using wine.

Cook Pasta Properly

19 March 2009

A lot of people like pasta, but not all of them know how to cook it. You can find the most important rules of cookind pasta in this article. And the first rule is: Pasta should be prepared just before serving it.